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• Relativo à Inglaterra, seu povo ou à língua inglesa.

Relating to England, its people, or the English language.

1. Relating to EnglandA2formal

   Of or associated with the country of England, its inhabitants, culture, or traditions.

   Inglês

   • They celebrated English customs on St. George's Day.
   • She has a strong English accent.
   • The English countryside is famous for its green hills.

2. Relating to the English languageA2formal

   Connected to or characteristic of the English language, its grammar, vocabulary, or usage.

   Relativo à língua inglesa

   • He is studying English literature at university.
   • The English alphabet contains 26 letters.
   • She teaches English grammar to international students.

• Substantivo próprio que designa o idioma germânico ocidental falado no Reino Unido, nos Estados Unidos e em muitos países da Commonwealth; também se refere ao povo da Inglaterra, à disciplina acadêmica de literatura e língua inglesa e, no esporte, ao efeito de rotação dado a uma bola.

A proper noun referring to the West Germanic language spoken in Britain, the United States, and many Commonwealth countries; also denotes the people of England, the academic discipline of English literature and language, and a sports term for spin imparted to a ball.

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1. A1formal

   A West Germanic language originating in England, now the official language of many countries including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and others.

   Inglês

   • She is fluent in English and Spanish.
   • English is widely used in international business.
   • He is studying English literature at university.

2. People of EnglandA2formal

   The people who are native to or inhabit England.

   Ingleses

   • The English are known for their love of tea.
   • Historically, the English have a rich cultural heritage.
   • The English celebrate many traditional festivals.

3. Academic disciplineB1formal

   The study of English language, literature, and writing.

   Inglês

   • She majored in English at university.
   • The English department offers courses on Shakespeare.
   • He is a professor of English.

4. Spin in sportsC1informalamericansport

   A spin or curve given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a twist, especially in billiards or bowling.

   Efeito em esportes

   • He put a lot of English on the cue ball.
   • The bowler used English to make the ball curve.
   • Applying English to the ball can change its trajectory.

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